CPS Calls
A second grade student comes in with dark, circle like bruises on his arms. When you ask the student what happened, the student quietly says "I just fell down" and immediately runs off to play with friends. Should you make a CPS call for child abuse/neglect?
Yes!
A student with an IEP was suspended for more than 10 days due to a disruptive and dangerous behavior. Do the members of the IEP team need to review relevant information to determine if the behavior in question was directly related to their disability?
Yes!
What is the difference between differential reinforcement of incompatible behavior and differential reinforcement of alternative behavior?
Differential reinforcement of alternative behaviors allows for a wider selection of behaviors to replace the undesired behavior with.
A fifth-grade student comes to class with a scraped knee and bruised elbow. You ask the student, "What happened to your knee and elbow?" and she responds with "Oh I crashed my bike over the weekend, look at the crazy bruise!" and goes to show her friends and recall the crash. Should you call CPS for child abuse/neglect?
No! Just observe quietly for any signs pointing towards rehearsal of the crash story.
What is manifestation determination?
For students who have been suspended for more than 10 days, the parent(s), school personnel, and relevant members of the individualized educational program (IEP) team must review relevant information in the student’s file, including the student’s IEP, to determine whether the conduct in question was caused by, or had a direct and substantial relationship to, the child’s disability or the direct result of the local educational agency’s failure to implement the IEP.
A second grade student frequently leaves her seat during independent work. Her teacher gives her the replacement behavior of sitting in her chair while completing her assignments. Is this an example of differential reinforcement of incompatible behavior or differential reinforcement of alternative behaviors?
A first-grade student comes to school for several weeks wearing the same dirty clothes every day. You have overheard her asking her peers to share part of their snack or lunch, and observe her falling asleep in class frequently. Her hair is very knotted, and she frequently itches her scalp throughout the day. Should you call CPS for child abuse/neglect?
Yes! These are signs that parents are not providing this student with the proper clothing, food, and hygiene that a child needs.
What role do general education teachers play in implementing the 2004 modifications of IDEA?
Engaging in manifestation determination procedures with other IEP team members and helping the student in question integrate back into their original environment, etc.
What types of classroom behaviors are appropriate for Differentiated reinforcement of lower levels of behaviors?
Mild misbehaviors that aren't dangerous or highly disruptive, but are still interfering with student success.
A fourth-grade student suddenly becomes withdrawn and anxious. During a classroom activity, the student tells the teacher "I don't like it when my mom's boyfriend comes into my room at night," but becomes visibly upset when asked if she is okay or any further questions about the topic. Should you call CPS regarding child abuse/neglect?
Yes! These could be signs of possible sexual abuse towards the student.
How does IDEA 2004 encourage collaboration between teachers, specialists, and families?
Encourages teachers, specialists, and families to work together when developing and reviewing a student's IEP.
What is the intervention for reducing behavior called "extinction"?
When a teacher withholds reinforcement of the undesired behavior, or essentially ignores the behavior.
A third-grade student's family recently lost their home due to a fire. The student sometimes comes to school without all of their school supplies and mentions they are staying with relatives until they find housing. The child appears clean and says that their parents are doing their best, but often comes in with the same three outfits. Should you call CPS for possible child abuse/neglect?
No! But you should connect the family with school and community resources to ensure they are given the resources they need during this difficult time.
How does the 2004 IDEA protect students with disabilities from schools' zero-tolerance policies?
It prevents schools from immediately kicking out or removing students from the least restrictive environment for behaviors related to their disability.
Which intervention for reducing behavior is not recommended to use for best results in reducing behavior?